Stephen King’s The Lengthy Stroll has lastly been tailored right into a film, and if the 46-year wait because the guide’s unique publishing has been too lengthy, you possibly can not less than catch the movie two weeks early at ScreenRant’s LA screening. Set in a dystopian United States, the story facilities across the contestants of a brutal endurance strolling contest.
The Lengthy Stroll ScreenRant Screening
Why You Ought to Be Excited About The Lengthy Stroll
Mark Hamill in The Lengthy Stroll
In the event you’re searching for a purpose to see The Lengthy Stroll, look no additional than the film’s early reactions. It’s been known as “one of the most powerful Stephen King adaptations in recent years,” “incredibly harrowing, terrifying, and traumatizing film” (in a great way, although), and “purely intense.” Reactions additionally lauded the performances of Cooper Hoffman and David Jonsson as Oscar-worthy.
The film additionally has a powerful supporting solid that includes a variety of fan-favorite actors. Tose embody Karate Child: Legends’ Ben Wang, Arrested Growth’s Judy Greer, and none apart from Mark Hamill. Plus, with Stephen King closely concerned in casting, you possibly can see the film understanding it has the beloved writer’s approval.
The Lengthy Stroll even has spectacular expertise behind the digicam. Director Francis Lawrence, recognized partially for his work on The Starvation Video games franchise, shepherded the film to its R-rated remaining type.
With expertise in each adapting hit novels and crafting gripping thrillers (like his 2018 movie Crimson Sparrow), Lawrence definitely seems to have the appropriate mix of abilities to deliver King’s work to life.
With ScreenRant’s screening and Q&A editor Mark Yoshikawa may also have the ability to shine a light-weight on how the film’s tempo and stress had been created after filming completed. Not solely will you have the ability to see The Lengthy Stroll early–you’ll additionally study concerning the ins and outs of bringing it to the large display.
RSVP to ScreenRant’s The Lengthy Stroll screening right here.
The Lengthy Stroll
Launch Date
September 12, 2025
Runtime
108 Minutes
Director
Francis Lawrence
Producers
Roy Lee, Steven Schneider
Cooper Hoffman
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